Lemon Poppyseed Protein Balls
Quick and nutritious no-bake protein balls infused with zesty lemon and crunchy poppy seeds, perfect for snacks or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the oats, almond butter, honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, poppy seeds, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Stir with a spatula until the mixture is evenly combined and holds together when pressed.
- Scoop out small portions (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into tight balls.
- Place the finished balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Once chilled, enjoy them as a quick snack or pack them for later.
Notes
If your almond butter is very loose, reduce the sweetener by 1 tablespoon. For added protein, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons of your preferred protein powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg